'Uncategorized' Category
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 5, 2016
Join Growing Momentum against So-Called 'FACT Act' that Harms Victims of Asbestos-Related Diseases
Momentum is growing against the so-called ‘Fact Act.’ Senate Bill No. 357 is currently being considered by the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee. Nearly 20 national veterans service organizations have added their voices… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 3, 2016
How to Get Involved in World Cancer Day
The goal of World Cancer Day, February 4, is to unite the world in the fight against cancer. All involved hope to save millions and prevent diseases by raising awareness, inspiring education,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | November 12, 2015
New Movie Puts Critical ‘Spotlight’ on Sexual Abuse
The new movie ‘Spotlight’ opens nationwide on Friday. It tells the true story of The Boston Globe’s “Spotlight” team and their coverage of the Massachusetts Catholic sex abuse scandal in 2002. The… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | November 6, 2015
Get Involved in Lung Cancer Awareness Month
November 1 marked the beginning of Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung cancer is the leading cancer killer in both men and women, in every ethnic group (Lung Cancer Alliance). Each year in the… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 19, 2015
Alton Miles for Meso Raises $30,000 for Asbestos Charity
Thank you for being a part of the Miles for Meso community and the 7th Annual Alton Miles for Meso 5K Run & 2K Fun Run/Walk. This year’s race had a great… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 18, 2015
Upcoming Mesothelioma Events You Don’t Want to Miss
Mesothelioma Awareness Day, which takes place on September 26, was started in 2004 to bring attention to mesothelioma, the rare cancer linked with asbestos exposure. Accordingly, organizations that are dedicated to researching,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | July 16, 2015
Is Testosterone Replacement Therapy Safe? What You Need to Know
Did you know that testosterone is the most important sex hormone for men? It impacts multiple areas of health – including sex drive, energy, bone and muscle health, fertility and more. Below,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | July 10, 2015
Asbestos-containing Crayons, Crime Scene Kits Pose Threat to Children's Health
Earlier this week an environmental nonprofit group, the Environmental Working Group Action Fund, released a study which revealed the presence of asbestos in crayons and crime scene kits commonly used by children.… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | July 3, 2015
Past Zofran Studies Showed Signs of Toxicity in Pregnant Animals
Zofran, a potent anti-nausea medication that was often prescribed off-label for women during pregnancy, has been linked to an increased risk of causing birth defects. While many medications like Zofran lack conclusive… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | April 21, 2015
Real Faces of Zofran Birth Defects: Arianah’s Story
You may be familiar with Zofran, an anti-nausea medication that is often prescribed off-label for women during pregnancy. Zofran has been linked to causing birth defects such as cleft lip, cleft palate,… Read More
